1964 - 1974 Plymouth Cuda

The Plymouth Barracuda was introduced to compete with the Ford
Mustang in 1964. Originally the vehicle was built from a Plymouth
Valiant. However, substantial changes occurred in the ten years
of production which saw the once docile and unimaginative sports
car become one of the most popular and loved Mopar muscle cars of
all time.

In 1970 the Plymouth Cuda was completely redesigned. These new
cars were wider and longer than the previous models. With such room
now Chrysler was able to place any power plant inside the Cuda engine
bay, including the legendary elephant motor, or 426 Hemi.

It was
clear that the Cuda designers, along with the cars twin the Dodge
Challenger, had plans for a much cleaner and more balanced body
style for 1970. Plymouth would heavily market these new Cuda's with
memorable features such as high impact colors, shaker hoods, and
440 six pack motors.

Interesting fact: The 'Cuda name is rumored to
have come from the street name for the Barracuda which it earned
on Woodward Avenue.